The Transformational Leadership In George Washington America's Hero

George Washington: America’s Hero Many people argue that George Washington was the most influential leader in American history. King George III of England once said that Washington was “the greatest character of the age” and the Duke of Wellington said that Washington was “perhaps the purest and noblest character of modern times.” What was so unique about this historic giant? George Washington’s leadership style, effectiveness, and use of power made him the iconic figure that he was.

George Washington was a transformational leader who inspired Americans across the country to fight for the cause of the new great nation. Leadership is a process of influence toward a common goal. Transformational leadership, however, is more than merely influencing someone and helping them arrive at a common goal. It embodies that the followers pursue organizational goals instead of personal goals. Washington’s followers were inspired to see the bigger picture of things,

One word that embodies all the traits explained in the anterior paragraphs is charisma. The United States, a new founded republic, desperately needed a charismatic leader in order to survive. Thanks to Washington, America was able to not just survive but thrive. He brought the American citizens together by being a beacon where America could confide. “To degree that we today often do not appreciate, Washington was idolized; his name, Image, and person were held in almost sacred regard” (Lipset). It seemed as though this powerful man would do no wrong. George Washington only made everyone adore him to a greater degree as he humbly served, demonstrating a disdain for office and power (Lipset). A good leader inspires others to work together in unity and to be better than they would be alone. George Washington was a tremendously effective leader; he helped America draw together and do things they could never have done if they had been